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New 1% US Remittance Tax from 2026 — Will Your Transfers to Korea Be Hit?

Starting January 1, 2026, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act imposes a 1% federal excise tax on certain outbound remittances from the U.S. This article explains who is affected, which transfers to Korea may be taxed, how the new rules interact with gift and reporting rules, and what practical steps you can take to reduce unnecessary costs.

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